Aug 1, 2024

In this issue of Community Link, you’ll find out about how DOD recognized top suicide prevention programs, how positive test results for Delta-8 are now reported to National Firearm Background Check System, Suicide Prevention Month, Military Consumer Month and the 2024 DOD Warrior Games. You’ll also learn about the latest on SHARP, R2, Suicide Prevention, events and more.

Jun 1, 2024

In this issue of Community Link, you’ll find out about the new Engage training, Army initiatives for strengthening suicide prevention, the 2023 DOD Annual Report on Sexual Assault in the Military and how the Army recognized Sexual Assault and Prevention Month in April. You’ll also learn about child care, Army spouse employment, permanent-change-of-station benefits and managing stress.

Apr 1, 2024

In this issue of Community Link, you’ll find out about the restructuring of the SHARP program, navigating grief after a suicide, recognizing April as Child Abuse Prevention Month and the Month of the Military Child. You’ll also learn about the new unique personal development skill identifier for Solders who complete Tier 3 Ask, Care, Escort Suicide Intervention training, how to use the Army’s Employee Assistance Program and an update on I-PAG implementation.

Feb 1, 2024

In this issue of Community Link you’ll learn about financial planning; reliable childcare initiatives for Military Families; how to navigate teen dating violence; and how to enhance quality of life and prevention efforts across the force.

Dec 1, 2023

In this issue of Community Link you’ll learn about how to improve Family readiness with community; a mindful eating approach for the health and nutrition of the military; goal setting in the new year; navigating your first holiday season without a loved one; setting boundaries for healthy relationships; and the SAAPM 2024 theme announcement.

Oct 1, 2023

In this issue of Community Link you’ll learn about how intergenerational trauma and domestic violence affect families; the Army resource that support survivors after a suicide; Connect to Protect: Support Is Within Reach, a top suicide prevention program; the implementation of the SHARP IRC recommendations; and boosting quality of life for military Families.

Aug 1, 2023

In this issue of the Community Link you’ll find how the social determinants of health help build healthy communities; the essentials of financial readiness; hiring for the Integrated Prevention Advisory Group; methods to promote physical fitness, healthy eating and good sleep; and a special insert with articles and resources for Suicide Prevention Month 2023.

Jun 1, 2023

The articles in this edition of Community Link include how the Total Army Sponsorship Program can help families prepare for a permanent change of station; how the DSPO Your Words Matter campaign aims to challenge—and change—how we talk about mental health; Sgt. 1st Class Chatonna Spicer’s powerful account of surviving sexual assault and harassment; recognition of the winners of the Liz Blanc SARC, VA and Promoting Excellence in Prevention awards; a special section highlighting how units across the Army observed SAAPM 2023; a recap of the April and May webinars; and much more!

Oct 1, 2022

How the role of social emotional learning skills prevents sexual misconduct; The DOD recognizes Connect to Protect as a top suicide prevention program; New reform initiatives announced to counter sexual harassment and sexual assault; The 2022 DOD Red Ribbon Award winners declared; Learn how performance optimization beats burnout; ARD launches new Sky Soldier Toughness Initiative; Senior leadership pledge support for suicide prevention; How to participate in National Depression and Awareness Month.

Aug 1, 2022

Understanding the impacts of trauma on the road to healing. New Army initiatives to combat harmful behaviors. How to cultivate emotional resilience to bounce back after an injury. Cadets use R2 skills during Cadet Summer Training 2022. Suicide Prevention Month special edition spread. Resilience spotlight on Sgt. James Sowell. Staff at Camp Zama learn about cultural empathy in workshop. Suicide Prevention Month awareness materials are available for download.